The Austin Packers topped the host John Marshall Rockets basketball team by a final score of 63-44 in Friday's league game.

In their next game, the Packers face the Albert Lea Tigers (Albert Lea, MN) in a AAA Section 1 game, on Monday, January 23. Austin will attempt to move on its 9-4 season record. The Tigers enter the game with a 4-9 record after their 59-51 league win over Red Wing (Red Wing, MN).

With the defeat, John Marshall moves to 3-8 on the year. The Rockets host Eastview (Apple Valley, MN) to face the Lightning in a non-league game on Saturday, January 21. The Lightning enter the game with a record of 7-3. Eastview lost 53-47 in their recent league game against Rosemount (Rosemount, MN)